Apply to Volunteer

Interested volunteers: please fill this form out completely. This application does not discriminate in securing volunteers on the basis of age, race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, or ancestry; or on the basis of handicap or disability and any other characteristic required by law. No question on this form is intended to secure information to be used for such discrimination.

The Clothesline The Helpline Intake The Helpline Follow-Up Helpline Events Administrative tasks Other

Do you need any special accommodations or have any restrictions?

Response will not affect eligibility to volunteer, will be used to ensure a compatible and enjoyable opportunity.

In case of emergency, please contact:

Please include name, phone number, email address, and relationship.

Please list two (2) character references and their contact information

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Confidentiality Provision

Please select all of the answers below. By selecting each, you agree to the terms of confidentiality upheld by West Seattle Helpline:

I understand that all information in regard to individual clients which I receive while working at the West Seattle Helpline or Clothesline will be held in strict confidence. I will not discuss any information outside the Helpline or Clothesline location. Exceptions must be discussed with the Director of the West Seattle Helpline. I give permission to the West Seattle Helpline to conduct any necessary background checks related to my volunteer service.

I certify that the information contained in my application for volunteer service is true to the best of my knowledge. (Please enter your full name.)

By entering your full name below, you agree to the terms of confidentiality listed above as of the date of submission.

2017 By the Numbers

Supported over 2,500 of our neighbors with emergency services

Provided $127,000 of value in clothing for 597 children and adults through our free clothing store, the Clothesline.

Provided over $120,000 in emergency rent and utility assistance to help local families stay safely in their homes and keep the heat, light, and water running.

Distributed more than 5,100 bus tickets to help neighbors get to medical appointments, job interviews, and to meet basic needs.

Our Mission

The West Seattle Helpline offers emergency assistance for our West Seattle neighbors. We provide financial assistance, clothing, information, and referrals to help members of our community as they recover from a crisis or hardship. Since 1989, we have worked to strengthen our community through "neighbors helping neighbors."